Women as co-facilitators of groups for male sex offenders

This paper presents the findings of a small research project conducted with male participants, and women co-facilitators, of a support group for male sex offenders. The project, which was conducted through the use of group and individual interviews, invited participants to express their opinions about the role of women co-facilitators. The data indicate that women have a valuable role to play in such groups. The paper concludes with a list of ideas for women considering assuming the role of co-facilitator.